Massage is a broad concept, spanning several different, sometimes complementary, touch-related therapies. Its psychological benefits have been long known as well as the genuine benefits regular massage promotes in the body. This guide aims to strip away much of the mystique surrounding the topic, providing an introduction to what can be a confusing subject for the beginner while also providing further information for those who have more experience. There are detailed and illustrated how-to techniques for various areas of the body, with separate sections for the different massage types, where relevant. Colour photographs illustrate the movements and techniques.